Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 vs Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2010 (casks 322460 & 322468) - Signatory
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£67
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2010 (casks 322460 & 322468) - Signatory
Caol Ila
★ 3.50
£50
| Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 | Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2010 (casks 322460 & 322468) - Signatory | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Caol Ila |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 43% |
| Age | 6 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.50/5 |
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2010 (casks 322460 & 322468) - Signatory
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2010 (casks 322460 & 322468) - Signatory
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.50).
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2010 (casks 322460 & 322468) - Signatory is better value at £50 vs £67.
For beginners: Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2010 (casks 322460 & 322468) - Signatory is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £49.95)
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2010 (casks 322460 & 322468) - Signatory
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £66.95)
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.5 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Port?
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2010 (casks 322460 & 322468) - Signatory suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Only Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2010 (casks 322460 & 322468) - Signatory
Where to buy
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2010 (casks 322460 & 322468) - Signatory
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange